Verdict: Draw
Best odds: 19/10
Bookmaker: BetUS
Getafe and Valencia are set to clash at Estadio Coliseum on Friday evening, aiming to get back to winning form in La Liga after both teams secured victories in the Copa del Rey earlier this week.
They currently stand level on 19 points each from 15 La Liga matches this season, with Valencia placed ninth and Getafe occupying the 10th spot in the league table.
Getafe
Getafe have demonstrated resilience in La Liga this season, suffering only four losses in their initial 15 matches. However, they faced a notable setback in their recent outing, succumbing to a 2-0 defeat against Las Palmas.
Despite this loss, Jose Bordalas’s team bounced back in the Copa del Rey, securing a 2-1 victory over Atzeneta in the competition’s second round.
With four wins, seven draws, and four losses in La Liga so far, Getafe have accumulated 19 points, positioning them in 10th place in the standings, trailing Las Palmas by two points in eighth place.
Having consistently finished in the 15th spot in the past three seasons, Getafe will be aiming to progress this term and potentially secure a position in the top half of the table.
The team has maintained an undefeated record at home in La Liga since late April, securing victories in their last two league fixtures on home turf.
Team News
Getafe will face absences in their lineup as Jose Angel Carmona, Mauro Arambarri, and Enes Unal will be unavailable due to injuries for Friday’s match. Moreover, the team will have three more players suspended for the upcoming game.
Omar Alderete received a red card in their recent league match against Las Palmas, resulting in a one-game suspension. Additionally, Diego Rico and Damian Suarez reached a milestone of yellow cards in the same game, causing them to miss the upcoming fixture.
With three key defenders out, adjustments will be necessary in the defensive line. Furthermore, changes are expected in the attacking setup compared to the Copa del Rey match on Tuesday, with Mason Greenwood, Borja Mayoral, and Nemanja Maksimovic anticipated to make their return to the starting lineup for this game.
Valencia
Valencia faced a 2-1 defeat against Girona in their recent league fixture but managed to secure a 1-0 victory against Arosa in the Copa del Rey on Tuesday, advancing to the third round of the competition.
Currently, Los Che have a record of five wins, four draws, and six defeats from 15 league matches this season, placing them in ninth position in the table with 19 points. They have scored and conceded an equal number of goals (17 each) as their upcoming opponents in this fixture.
Under Ruben Baraja’s management, Valencia have won only once away from home in the league this season, securing three points from their seven away matches since their opening victory against Sevilla.
In the previous La Liga season, Valencia finished 16th, marking their lowest final position since their relegation from La Liga at the end of the 1985-86 campaign.
During the last campaign, Valencia faced a 1-0 defeat against Getafe in their encounter, but they responded with a convincing 5-1 victory in the reverse fixture at the Mestalla.
Team News
Andre Almeida has resumed training after a back injury, but his return to action might be delayed, possibly ruling him out for this match. Unfortunately, Jose Gaya remains unavailable due to a muscular problem.
Head coach Baraja is anticipated to make alterations to the lineup compared to the team that featured in the Copa del Rey encounter on Tuesday. Players such as Fran Perez, Javi Guerra, and Thierry Correia are expected to be reinstated in the starting XI.
Hugo Duro holds the distinction of being the team’s top scorer in the league this season, having netted seven goals. He is likely to spearhead the attack once more. Additionally, there might be another starting opportunity for 18-year-old Yarek Gasiorowski at left-back.
Conclusion
Predicting the outcome of this match could be challenging, given the teams’ performances in La Liga this season. Getafe have been involved in seven draws out of their 15 league matches, indicating their competitive nature.
A low-scoring draw between the two sides on Friday night seems plausible considering their tendencies and competitiveness.
Verdict: Draw
Best odds: 19/10
Bookmaker: BetUS
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